Latest Happenings: Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea II Ignite Artists

Love the blues? If you’re here you probably do. That being the case, you really need to get yourself a cabin on the best cruise in the world, Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea II! Click here to book your cabin now. I mean, think about it. You’re on a cruise. That’s a good thing. You sail to Cozumel. That’s a good thing. And Joe Bonamassa is on the cruise with you. Playing Joe Bonamassa music. That’s a really, really good thing. What else could you possible want / need? Nevertheless, there IS more. This cruise is jam backed with all the blues music you need to hear. I’m talking Robert Randolph and the Family Band. Beth Hart. Blues Traveler. And a whole lot more. You can see the full lineup right here: http://www.bluesaliveatsea.com/lineup/. In addition to some of the biggest and brightest stars in contemporary blues-rock and blues music, though, we have an extra special treat in store for you. They are called the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Ignite Artists, and what sets them apart is that they are some of the most talented, interesting, and exciting up and coming artists in the world of the blues! Find out about them now before everyone else does, because these artists are going to be big. In our latest edition of latest happenings, check out the artists that will be setting the night on fire at sea!

About the Ignite Artists:

Blues music is much more than a certain chord progression. This music embodies the soul of mankind: one’s passions, drives, fears, and love. It draws upon our deepest emotions and conveys stories of lasting significance. This music is about reflecting authentic feelings and expressing them through song. The tradition of blues music is just over a century old and with each generation, young new prophets of the blues step forward.

It is the mission of Keeping The Blues Alive Foundation to foster the newest wave of talent who will carry the torch for the next generation of blues enthusiasts. These cutting-edge Ignite Artists are the innovative trailblazers that will achieve the goal of preserving the great blues traditions while interpreting them in exciting, new directions. These artists need to be heard by all music lovers. Don’t miss your chance to experience the next phase of blues evolution.

The Artists:

Little Hurricane – Little Hurricane is an American rock and dirty blues band, based out of San Diego, California, United States. Formed in 2010, the band consists of front man Anthony “Tone” Catalano and drummer Celeste “C.C.” Spina. Their influences include Van Morrison, Dead Weather, Gorillaz, James Taylor, Paul Simon, and The Beatles.In August 2009, Chicago-born Spina (a cook and bartender) got back on drums after eight years away from a set and put an advertisement on the website Craigslist looking for like-minded musicians. Guitarist Anthony “Tone” Catalano (former studio engineer) caught her attention when he mentioned his jazz-band days in high school. “I’ve been writing songs for years, looking for drummers,” says Tone (who relocated from Santa Cruz to San Diego). “I think it’s unique to have a girl drummer.” says Tone, who makes custom guitar slides from wine- and whiskey-bottle necks….